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WALTER BIGELOW Obituary
It is with heavy hearts the family of Walter (Louis) Bigelow, resident of The Walford, announces his passing on July 16, 2025, at TBRHSC. Born on October 19, 1942, in Fort William, Ontario, he was a longtime teacher with the Lake Superior Board in Terrace Bay/Schreiber retiring in 1998.
He was an avid parishioner of St. Patrick's Cathedral and in later years Corpus Christi Church. Through the church, Walter was an avid member of the Discalced Carmelite Secular Order (OCDS) - Our Lady of Mount Carmel Community of Thunder Bay enjoying the many gatherings of the prayer group.
Survived by sister Elaine (Victor) Lawrence, nieces Kelly and Lesley, sister-in-law Rose (deceased Guy) McLean, nieces Michelle and Crystal, also cousin, friend, and caregiver Mark Crosley and family. Numerous other relatives also survive. Predeceased by parents Ursula and Harold, and brother Dennis.
Thank you to the staff and residents of The Walford for the many years of care, compassion, and camaraderie shown to Walter. Also, a thank you to the nurses, doctors, and staff of TBRHSC 3A for their care. A very special thank you to Mark Crosley, whose endless love, time, and support over the years meant more than words can ever express.
Cremation has taken place. A private funeral mass for family and friends will be held at a later date. Interment will take place in St. Andrew's Cemetery beside his parents. In lieu of flowers, a gift or donation to a favourite Charity of Your Choice.
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Jacqui Kajorinne
July 23, 2025
We were so sad to hear of the passing of Ollie Wally, he was a great man and high school teacher.My family is sure going to miss Uncle Walter as my girls knew him. He wasn´t our true family but to us he was, he spent numerous special family occasions with us celebrating. He was always someone we could depend on if needed, and he always made us laugh! I´m going to miss our 30-60 minute monthly talks on the telephone, he was a true friend.
I´m sure him and Verna(Nana) are having fierce competitions playing crib together.
God Bless You Walter
Our deepest condolences to his family.
Love, Jacqui, Ken, Kyra and Kayleen
Jim Desaulniers
July 22, 2025
Rest in peace Walter. It was a pleasure running into you at St. Pat's a few years ago. Sorry for hiding the clock timer in your typing class. We had a lot of fun back then.
Bonnie Brake
July 22, 2025
Condolences to Walter's family and friends. Thank you Mr. Bigelow for being a patient teacher even though many times I know you wanted to wring my neck even though you gave a smirk and said that you never once thought about it.
Kerri Gibbons Maunula
July 21, 2025
Deepest condolences to Walter´s family and friends. He prayed for me for years and years. Rest in peace Walter .
Karin Michelussi
July 20, 2025
Thank you for being a wonderful teacher.
Debra Woods
July 19, 2025
May you rest in peace sir
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